Festival of Trees raises funds for those with special needs

Three dozen live, beautifully-decorated Christmas trees will turn the Rossi Chevrolet Buick GMC showroom at 360 Route 31 south, Washington, into a living Christmas card on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. when the Rossi family hosts the third annual Festival of Trees for the benefit of Abilities of Northwest Jersey and The Arc of Warren County.

This holiday-inspired reception will also offer a selection of holiday music performed by the Newton High School Magical Chorus, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, and a beautiful array of desserts and coffee. Guests will enjoy viewing and voting for their favorite decorated trees, most of which are sponsored and decorated by local business owners, as well as Boards of Directors from both Abilities and The Arc.

Tickets for the event are $30 per person with special pricing for parties of 10 or more, and include dinner. Special tree sponsor packages are available. Sponsor and ticket information may be obtained at abilitiesnw.com or by calling 908-689-0224, ext. 13.

Abilities of Northwest Jersey provides vocational training and employment services to individuals with disabilities in Warren County. The Arc provides lifelong service and support to this population, with services that include residential, recreation, employment, family support, early intervention, case management, and a wide range of social service and advocacy programs.

For more information about the Festival of Trees or the two nonprofit charitable organizations, contact Patti Sue Rossi at 908-689-0224, Sue Zukoski at 908-689- 1118, or Kevin Guyette at 908-689-7525.